Opinion

Russia’s “Georgian scenario” warns that Kremlin tactics of corruption, puppet elites and hybrid interference could be used to destabilize Ukraine and erode democratic resilience.

In an interview Gen. Serhii Kryvonos warns NATO is not ready for a large‑scale war with Russia, highlighting slow troop readiness, ammo shortages and defense gaps across Europe.

An expert assessment warns that Russian aggression against NATO’s eastern flank may start subtly with drone incursions and hybrid tactics, gradually undermining alliance cohesion and defence readiness — EMPR.media analysis.

Russian Shahed drones crossed into Poland’s airspace, stirring debate over NATO’s readiness to defend its eastern flank. The incursion highlights gaps and illusions about collective security among allies.

Ex‑Kherson mayor Volodymyr Mykolayenko argues that internal betrayal and the unexplained failure to demolish the Antonivskyi Bridge enabled Russia’s rapid 2022 capture of the city — EMPR.media.

An in‑depth AntAC investigation scrutinizes how NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov and his close associate were linked to an Uzbek “Three Cities” investment project alongside Russian‑linked partners years before his political role.

An EMPR.media investigation shows Ukraine’s anti‑corruption detective is being held on questionable charges and targeted after documenting possible corruption within President Zelenskyy’s inner circle amid political and institutional pressure.

In an emotional interview with Kelsie Kimberlin, Ukrainian singer Jamala explains how music, culture and “love” drive Ukraine’s resolve, recounts her wartime journey and calls for ongoing global support.

Investigative revelation: NABU suspects ex‑deputy PM Chernyshov’s links to sprawling Kozyn luxury estates worth millions. What’s behind the construction and corruption claims? :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Ukraine shocked the world by launching the Kursk offensive on Russian soil, occupying territory in a historic first — redefining war deterrence and strategic warfare.

Explosive opinion argues Ukraine’s societal fractures and demographic collapse reflect deep identity tensions, with voices claiming lethal division between “real” Ukrainians and others. Empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

New Empr.media investigation reveals massive cost inflation and a skewed tender in Kyiv region’s “Great Reconstruction,” prompting police criminal probes into top regional restoration officials.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}